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Dual purpose breed of goat

A. Beetul

B. Jamnapari

C. Marwari

D. None of these

Answer: Option B

Solution(By Examveda Team)

Dual purpose breed of goat is Jamnapari.
Jamnapari or Jamunapari is an Indian breed of domestic goat originating in Uttar Pradesh. It has been exported to Indonesia, where it is known as the Etawah. It is bred for both milk and meat. The name is derived from the Yamuna river.
The Jamnapari male can weigh up to 40 kg, while females can reach around 30 kg depending on climate and environmental conditions. The average lactation yield per day is slightly less than two kilograms. Jamnapari meat is said to be low in cholesterol.

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